BAULKHAM HILLSHIGH SCHOOL

2016 Communication Skills Program

Contents

BHHS Communication Skills Program

Program Synopsis Page 3

The Benefits of Communication Skills Page 4

Registration & Costs Page 5

Course Outline - Term 3 Page 6

Course Outline - Term 4 Page 7

What’s Included in the Workshops Page 8

Workshops at a Glance Page 9

Program Synopsis

About the Program

2016 Workshops

Students at Baulkham Hills High School are invited to take part in a new and invigorated

communication skills program commencing in Term 3 2016. The program will be delivered by the

friendly team at Masters Academy, which has extensive experience delivering similar programs at

other schools including: North Sydney Boys High School, North Sydney Girls High School and Manly

Selective Campus.

Program Development and Delivery

This program has been developed as a joint initiative between the BHHS P&C and Masters Academy,

with guidance from the school executive. Students will be guided through a structured program

designed around key learning outcomes and the development of specific communication skills.

Upon entering the program, your student will meet and work with some of Sydney’s top

communications coaches from leading universities including:The University of Sydney, The

University of New South Wales, Macquarie University and The University of Technology Sydney.

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Communication Skills

Helping Students Find Their Voice

What Students Learn

Participation in the 2016 BHHS Communication Skills Program will benefit not only a student’s

speech making abilities, but also their general knowledge, collaboration skills, and logical reasoning.

By being involved, students will see an improvement in their verbal communication skills as well as

their self-confidence. Debating and public speaking use a combination of intelligence, wit, teamwork

and logic to define and appraise issues from different perspectives. Students’ advocacy abilities are

developed through the presentation of arguments in clear, persuasive language. It’s also a lot of fun!

Learning communication skills also challenges students to develop a wide knowledge base on which

to formulate and express opinions, e.g. by studying current affairs. It also offers the opportunity of

working in teams which is always a rewarding learning experience. Finally, communication skills

strengthen and broaden relationships with peers in an active and dynamic way. Therefore, excellence

in communication supports social, intellectual and educational growth.

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Registration & Cost

Details for Parents

How To Register

Students joining the program in 2016 will be charged $340 for the 17 week program ($20 per week).

The program will begin in Term 3 Week 1 (Tuesday the 19th of July, 2016) and continue each week

until Term 4 Week 7. Junior lessons (Years 7 and 8) begin at 3.30 pm and continue to 4:30 pm, Senior

lessons (Years 9 and up) will begin at 4:30 pm and continue to 5:30 pm.

Registration can be done online only through the TryBooking system set up by Masters Academy. The

URL for registration is: www.trybooking.com/207035. Whilst registering, you will be asked to input

your contact and billing details, as well as the name of your child and year group. It is important to

note that there are a maximum of 180 places available in the 2016 BHHS Communication Skills

Program for 2016: 90 spaces for junior classes (year 7 & 8) and 90 for senior (year 9 and up) classes.

If your student misses out on securing a place in the 2016 Program, please contact us as there may be new

spaces available in the 2017 Program.

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Week To Week - Term 3

First 10 Weeks of the Program

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School Week Lesson Title Lesson Type Description

T3 WK1 5Ps of Presentation Public Speaking

An introduction to effective presentation techniques. Students will

learn basic strategies of manner during public speaking, showing them

the most effective methods to communicate.

T3 WK2Educationally

Speaking Public Speaking

Forms and features of educational speeches (Reports and

Presentations). Students develop an understanding of the types of

educational speeches that are relevant to their context and how to

apply this in an educational setting.

T3 WK3Extemporaneous

SpeakingPublic Speaking

Methods for Impromptu Speaking. Students develop a basic

understanding of how to deal with impromptu speeches in terms of both

preparing and dealing with nerves.

T3 WK4 Creating a Pitch Public Speaking

The basics of pitching structure and ideation. Students understand the

value of the 'Problem/Solution' framework and how to generate ideas

that are sophisticated and relevant for business.

T3 WK5 Speaking in Practice Public Speaking

Each class holds a mini speaking competition through the game 'Story

War'. Students learn the basics of active listening and responding,

improving their ability to reason and articulate arguments.

T3 WK6Introduction to

Debating Debating

Methodologies and Structures for high school debates. Students will

gain an understanding of the expectations of high school debating

including how to speak and write persuasively.

T3 WK7

Topic: Education

Debates in the

Classroom

Debating

Statistics and policies pertaining to education from the perspective of a

student. Students are provided with a variety of educational

information and context to use in debates including details of policies

and funding that affect them.

T3 WK8BHHS INTERNALS

Education Round Debating

Students participate in or prepare for the BHHS Internal Debating

Competition. Students from each workshop form groups and debate

against each other in a semi competitive setting allowing them to put

their debating knowledge into action.

T3 WK9BHHS INTERNALS

Education Round Debating

Students participate in or prepare for the BHHS Internal Debating

Competition. Students from each workshop form groups and debate

against each other in a semi competitive setting allowing them to put

their debating knowledge into action.

T3 WK10BHHS INTERNALS

Education Round Debating

Students participate in or prepare for the BHHS Internal Debating

Competition. Students from each workshop form groups and debate

against each other in a semi competitive setting allowing them to put

their debating knowledge into action.

Week To Week - Term 4

Next 7 Weeks of the Program

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School Week Lesson Title Lesson Type Description

T4 WK1 The Art of Speaking Public Speaking

Body Language, speaking contexts and how to be engaging. Students

enrich their understanding of presentation skills by analysing non-

verbal signs, which allows them to communicate effectively in many

contexts.

T4 WK2Introduction to

Model UNModel UN

Methodologies and structures used in Model UN. Students learn about

the roles and responsibilities in the Model UN system and how to

research effectively, expanding their general knowledge and reasoning

skills.

T4 WK3Introduction to

Model UNModel UN

How to be persuasive in the Model UN scenario. Students are given a

scenario and country to research in preparation for the upcoming

MUNA round, this gives them time to form better arguments using logic.

T4 WK4BHHS INTERNALS

Model UNModel UN

Students participate in the BHHS Internal Model UN Competition.

Students from each workshop represent their given nation in a Model

UN environment, developing empathy, negotiation and communication

skills.

T4 WK5

Topic: Media

What you're told to

see

Debating

A breakdown of the MSM and how media is consumed. Students are

introduced to the media oligopoly and its effects on society, with a focus

on how the media can affect different types of people.

T4 WK6 Class Debates Debating

Non-competitive, short preparation debates about the role of media.

Students hold a 'Verbal Ping Pong' debate in class that covers media

topics, giving students an opportunity to practice their debating skills.

T4 WK7Speaking in Practice

2Public Speaking

Each class holds a mini speaking competition through the game 'Story

War'. Students enhance their understanding of the skills that they have

developed throughout the program through an engaging series of

persuasive narratives.

Workshop Overview

What’s Included

How the Lessons Look

A typical lesson with Masters Academy is run in a group of around 18 to 24 students. Group sizes are

kept reasonable, enabling students to meaningfully engage in a robust discussion on various world

issues. Each week, coaches will outline the lesson and their aims for the week, run through a process

of activating prior knowledge, introduce new methodologies and then use an activity to put student

learning into practice. During this entire process, students are asked to regularly contribute to

discussions and participate in a variety of different classroom games.

If your student is new to learning communication skills or a little nervous, they shouldn't worry.

Classes are organised according to year level, so everyone will be learning content that is appropriate

to their age group. We've seen many different types of students come through our programs over the

years and know how to make these classes fun for everyone!

What Students Require

All we ask of students is to come prepared with: a book to write notes in, a functioning pen or pencil,

and a happy disposition! A positive attitude is a big part of getting the most out of learning

communication skills; you'll have many laughs along the way.

Whilst devices such as laptops will be useful for some lessons, we'll let students know beforehand

what they need to bring each week in order to make the most of the experience.

Considering that our classes are held after school, we do suggest that parents pack a little bit of extra

food on coaching days, as well as a bottle of water to help keep students hydrated.

For any extra events that require student preparation, such as BHHS internal debates, we'll be

notifying all parents via email to keep you in the loop. Parents are a valuable part of the

communication process from our perspective, and we encourage you to remain in touch with us.

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Program Summary

At a Glance

2016 BHHS Communication Skills Workshops

Duration: 17 Weeks (From Week 1 of Term 3 until Week 7 of Term 4)

Location: BHHS Library (Students will be allocated training rooms for each week)

Commencing: Tuesday Week 1, Term 3 (19th of July)

Class Sizes: Approx. 18 to 24

Times: Junior Classes (Years 7 and 8): 3:30pm to 4:30pm

Senior Classes (Years 9 and up): 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Cost Per Week: $20

Total Cost: $340 (17 weeks)

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To book please visit: www.trybooking.com/207035

For additional information please call or email James Smith on: (02) 8283 2905 or

james.smith@mastersacademy.com.au

We look forward to seeing you all during the program!

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